đ âIâm Being OUTSKIPPERED!â Henry Woottonâs Brutal Mental Battle | GGR2026 Call from the sea Week 6
15 octobre 2026 · 16 min · 5K vues · South Atlantic Ocean
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Henry Wootton, competing in the Golden Globe Race, reports significant fatigue and technical challenges while sailing his boat, *Privateer*, through sporty trade winds. After exiting the doldrums, he has spent four days beating upwind against steep, short waves that cause the boat to slam, resulting in a wet, uncomfortable cabin and high lateral G-forces.1:10 Wootton notes that the boat performs better downwind and struggles with the current upwind configuration, which has left him frustrated with his race position.4:16 He reports a loose forestay but avoids adjusting it due to the complexity of the bowsprit and furler system.10:38 Additionally, the sprung vang is bending a mounting bolt, threatening the integrity of a bracket that also serves as a spare gooseneck.11:14 To manage morale and physical strain, he has stopped listening to daily race updates and focuses on maintaining a steady, conservative pace to avoid equipment failure.3:13 He remains healthy but notes increased water consumption due to the heat and the physical difficulty of moving safely below deck.12:38
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